(a) The hearing may be held:

Terms Used In 28 CFR 71.32

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.

(1) In any judicial district of the United States in which the defendant resides or transacts business;

(2) In any judicial district of the United States in which the claim or statement in issue was made; or

(3) In such other place as may be agreed upon by the defendant and the ALJ.

(b) Each party shall have the opportunity to present argument with respect to the location of the hearing.

(c) The hearing shall be held at the place and at the time ordered by the ALJ.